U.S. Official Meets the Opposition to Discuss Key Issues in Belize

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Brian A. Nichols continues his diplomatic visit to Belize. On Tuesday, Nichols engaged with Leader of the Opposition (LOO) Moses “Shyne” Barrow at the Sleeping Giant Resort. In a statement posted on Facebook, the LOO stated, “We discussed education and how the MCC $250 million BZ grant will help enhance our education system.” He also addressed the high cost of living and citizen security, noting the “steps U.S. officials are taking to stop the flow of illegal firearms into Belize and the Caribbean.”

Additional discussions included the need for criminal justice reform, energy security, and efforts to “protect our democracy from electoral fraud and significant corruption.”

“We celebrate our 43 years of diplomatic relations with the United States and remain grateful for the contributions and partnership,” Barrow added.

This meeting follows Nichols’ meeting with Prime Minister John Briceño and Foreign Minister Francis Fonseca to discuss security and economic prosperity in the region.